Carrot, Coconut & Curry Soup - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Carrot, Coconut & Curry Soup is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 166 calories, 1.63g protein, and 20.5g carbs per serving. Ready in 25 minutes. High in fiber (5.5g), which supports insulin sensitivity.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 2 tbsps virgin coconut oil
- 3 1/2 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cups light coconut milk
- 2 tbsps curry powder
- 6 cups carrot, chopped
- 1 medium onion
Instructions
- Heat the coconut oil in a large soup pot and add the onions. Sweat the onions on medium heat for about 7 minutes.
- Add the carrots and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Pour in the stock and coconut milk. Add the curry powder. Put a lid on the pot and cook until the carrots are softened, about 10-15 minutes.
- When carrots are soft, carefully blend the soup in batches in a blender or food processor, and puree until smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper and garnish with fresh herbs, if desired.
- Note: add more coconut milk, vegetable broth, or a little coconut water if soup is too thick. Try adding 1/2 teaspoon of red chili flakes.
How This Recipe Supports PCOS Management
Understanding the nutritional profile of what you eat is a powerful step in managing PCOS. Here is how the key ingredients in this Carrot, Coconut & Curry Soup contribute to your health goals:
- Coconut: May support metabolism without spiking blood sugar
- Onion: Support cardiovascular health and blood sugar regulation
- Carrot: Provide antioxidants that support overall metabolic health
- Coconut milk: A good alternative for those with PCOS who are sensitive to dairy
PCOS Diet Principles in This Recipe
The PCOS diet focuses on three core principles: reducing inflammation, managing insulin resistance, and supporting hormonal balance. Every recipe in our collection is evaluated against these principles. As part of a balanced PCOS meal plan, we recommend pairing recipes like this with a variety of nutrient-dense foods throughout the week to ensure you are meeting all your micronutrient needs.
Meal Prep Tip: This Carrot, Coconut & Curry Soup can be prepared ahead and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Meal prepping is one of the most effective strategies for sticking to a PCOS-friendly diet, as it removes the temptation to reach for processed convenience foods when time is short.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Carrot.
Carrots are an excellent source of beta-carotene, fiber, vitamin K1, potassium, and antioxidants. Beta-carotene, which the body converts to vitamin A, is essential for maintaining healthy skin and vision. The high fiber content in carrots helps regulate blood sugar levels and supports digestive health. Additionally, the antioxidants in carrots can help reduce inflammation, which is beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Carrot, Coconut & Curry Soup recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 166 calories per serving with 1.63g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 5.5g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.
This recipe takes about 25 minutes total. Prep time is 5 minutes and cook time is 20 minutes. It makes 6 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.
Per serving: 166 calories, 1.63g protein (4%), 20.5g carbs, 9.28g fat. Plus 5.5g fiber. PCOS meal plans typically aim for 30% protein, 35% fat, 35% carbs to support insulin sensitivity.
Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Soup. At 166 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Soup. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.
This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 6 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.
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